11 Super Bowl Events, 45 Years of Security: The Ed Garner Story
Vision InSites Podcast · Vision InSites Intelligent Reporting Software
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Show Notes
Episode notes In this episode of the Vision InSites Podcast, host Chris Anderson is joined by Ed Garner (Founder, PES Security) for a powerful conversation about the realities of event and property security. With over 45 years in the industry, Ed has seen it all — from barroom brawls in the 1970s to managing security teams of 800+ for Super Bowl–scale events.
They dive into:
- What it takes to manage security when you only get “one shot” — like at a Super Bowl event
- How to coordinate and lead hundreds of staff in high-stakes environments
- Lessons from decades of private security and property management partnerships
- Why preparation, accountability, and adaptability separate average teams from elite ones
- Incredible real-life stories, including bar fights, home invasions, and high-profile event security
Whether you lead a private security company or oversee property management operations, you’ll gain practical insights into planning, leadership, and resilience from one of the most seasoned professionals in the field.